Samsonite, the global leader in premium travel gear, has reached new heights in innovation by sending its lightest-ever suitcase, Proxis, to the edge of space. In collaboration with the pioneers at Sent Into Space, this groundbreaking launch, which took place just outside Las Vegas, Nevada, showcases the remarkable fusion of travel technology and aerospace innovation. The Proxis suitcase, designed with cutting-edge materials, returned to Earth fully intact, demonstrating Samsonite’s commitment to both durability and forward-thinking design.

Bahrain is gearing up to host the second edition of Gateway Gulf, which is scheduled for November 3 and November 4, 2024, at the Four Seasons Hotel, Bahrain Bay. Held under the timely and relevant theme of ‘Investing in a Rapidly Transforming Region,’ the second edition of the forum is set to welcome an intimate, high-level gathering of the top 250 ministerial and senior-government officials, C-level business professionals, and executive investors from leading markets across America, Europe, Asia, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and beyond.

Vietnam Airlines and Garuda Indonesia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand the strategic partnership between the two national airlines. The MoU seeks to strengthen and expand cooperation, focusing on enhancing the passenger and airfreight transportation capabilities between Vietnam and Indonesia.

SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the world’s largest indoor Marine Life Theme Park, and the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center, the largest dedicated marine research, rescue, rehabilitation and return Center in the region have been recognized as the newest accredited members of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA). This recognition places them among only three accredited institutions in the region, underscoring the exceptional standards of animal care and welfare and commitment to marine life conservation upheld by the Marine Life Theme Park and the Center.

Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the leading international event for the travel and tourism sector, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), expanding the business events sector at the 2025 edition of the exhibition.

andBeyond Mnemba Island, an island paradise situated off the north-eastern coast of Zanzibar, has recently reopened following a comprehensive refurbishment. Renowned for its natural sense of exclusivity, Mnemba’s trademark brand of barefoot luxury has been fully re-imagined, retaining its intimate and relaxed island charm but giving it a refreshed look. Undertaken by long-time andBeyond collaborators Fox Browne Creative and Nicholas Plewman Architects, the refurbishment preserves the understated sophistication of the previous offering.